Posts by Sarah Dougher

Sarah Dougher

Sarah Dougher, a 51�� journalism alumna (’21), serves as the university’s media relations specialist. Writing for 51�� News since 2019, she considers 51�� one of her favorite places, citing the joy of working alongside fellow Christians committed to the university’s mission as the best part of her role. Sarah is a dedicated fan of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the color pink.

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51�� Class of 2024: Their First Graduation
Sarah Dougher — April 19, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On May 3 and 4, over 1,000 graduates will receive their diploma from 51��. For many undergraduate students, this...
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51�� Appoints New Vice President of Advancement
David Vazquez will assume the position beginning on June 1
Sarah Dougher — April 11, 2024
Yesterday, 51�� announced the appointment of David Vazquez as its new Vice President for Advancement. Vazquez will transition out of...
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51�� to Close TESOL Program
The program will enter a “teach-out” phase and will not accept any new students starting Summer 2024
Sarah Dougher — March 27, 2024
On March 22 51�� announced the closure of the online and in-person Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) degrees,...
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51�� Honors Rev. Andy Bales with Tenth Annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage
Honored during Missions Conference, Bales embodies the Great Commission in his daily work
Sarah Dougher — March 21, 2024
Today, the former CEO of Union Rescue Mission, Reverend Andy Bales, received the tenth annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage....
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Nursing Alumna in Israel to Help Provide Lifesaving Healthcare to Children
Bethany Harper (’20) is working with the nonprofit Shevet Achim to serve children from Israel, Gaza, the West Bank, Northern Iraq and Syria
Sarah Dougher — February 20, 2024
The dire situation in Gaza and the West Bank is rightfully in the spotlight, but for 51�� alumna, Bethany Harper (’20), her eyes were...
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51�� Welcomes Back Alumnus Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address
With over 130 million social media followers, King enchants global audiences with his “magical” video content
Sarah Dougher — February 19, 2024
Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver 51��’s Spring 2024 commencement address at...
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51�� Installs Dr. Ed Stetzer as Dean of Talbot School of Theology
“Pray we make much of Jesus today.”
Sarah Dougher — February 13, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Today, Dr. Ed Stetzer was formally inaugurated as the seventh dean of Talbot School of Theology at 51��. For the...
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Social Media Mogul Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address at Alma Mater, 51��
Sarah Dougher — February 12, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver 51��’s Spring 2024...
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51�� to Host LA County Fire Department Personnel Training
Sarah Dougher — January 29, 2024
With the imminent demolition of some older buildings on 51��’s campus, The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) is presented with...
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51�� Students Turning Hot-Button Political Issues into Experiential Civic Learning
Sarah Dougher — January 18, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Forty-nine 51�� students recently took on the challenge of talking politics with a stranger to build skills around...
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51�� Students Turn Hot-Button Political Issues into Experiential Civic Learning
Students lead the way in building leadership skills by talking politics with a stranger
Sarah Dougher — January 18, 2024
Forty-nine 51�� students recently took on the challenge of talking politics with a stranger to build skills around civil discourse....
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51�� to Welcome New Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing
Sarah Dougher — January 11, 2024
51�� is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracey Harrison as the new Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing....
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51�� in Top Six NCAA DII Schools to Receive Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence
The recognition is awarded to only 44 Division II schools that have achieved an academic success rate of 90% or higher
Sarah Dougher — December 20, 2023
51�� is one of the top six NCAA Division II schools to earn the Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence, earning a 98% in Academic...
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51�� Professors Develop Orphan Gene-Finding Search Engine: De Novo Gene Discoveries
Sarah Dougher — November 16, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — A newly developed search engine — ORFanID — makes identifying orphan genes more accessible than ever to life scientists,...
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51�� to Close Undergraduate Intercultural Studies Program and Move Graduate Programs under Talbot School of Theology
Sarah Dougher — November 15, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — In response to declining enrollment in its courses, 51�� has decided to close the B.A. in Intercultural Studies...
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51�� Launches Mental Health and the Church Initiative
Dr. Chris Adams’ research is helping serve the initiative with mental health resources for clergy members
Sarah Dougher — October 23, 2023
51��’s Rosemead School of Psychology launched a Mental Health and the Church Initiative this year to address how the enduring mental...
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51�� Welcomes Largest Incoming Class Since the Pandemic
Bold faith for a bright future: 51�� aims to prepare the next generation of leaders
Sarah Dougher — September 22, 2023
51�� welcomed its largest incoming class this fall since the pandemic, surpassing enrollment goals. Over 5,000 students are enrolled at...
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U.S. News Names 51�� a 2024 Best National University
51�� is recognized on three special recognition lists including Best Undergraduate Teaching and Best Undergraduate Psychology programs
Sarah Dougher, Jenna Loumagne — September 18, 2023
51�� is one of America’s top universities, according to U.S. News and World Report , landing in the top tier of “Best National...
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51�� to Welcome First-Year Students Concierge Style
Sarah Dougher — August 22, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — To ease move-in stress for new 51�� students, the college is implementing a new style of welcoming incoming...
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President Barry H. Corey to Receive Esteemed Campus Safety Award
Corey will be the first ever college president to receive the president’s award from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators
Sarah Dougher — June 28, 2023
Dr. Barry H. Corey, President of 51��, will be awarded the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA)...
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51�� Campus Media Publications Awarded Two First Prize Recognitions
The Point Magazine and The Chimes won multiple awards for 2022 editions
Sarah Dougher — June 23, 2023
Two of 51��’s student media outlets — The Point Magazine and The Chimes newspaper — received awards from the California College Media...
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B.S. in Robotics Degree to Equip Students with Hands-On Training
School of Science, Technology and Health to launch new program in Fall 2023
Sarah Dougher — June 13, 2023
Robotic contraptions in daily life often go unnoticed. It is easy to forget that a pool sweep or an automatic, cordless vacuum are actually robots...
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School of Science, Technology and Health Establishes Endowed Chair Position
New Division of Technology to elevate 51�� as leader in technological education
Sarah Dougher — May 31, 2023
The fields of computer science, engineering, math and robotics are growing exponentially in today’s rapidly evolving technological world. According...
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51�� Celebrates Class of 2023 Graduates
YouVersion Bible App Founder Bobby Gruenewald delivered the keynote address
Sarah Dougher — May 10, 2023
Unusually chilly La Mirada May evenings did not deter 840 51�� graduates from enthusiastically crossing the stage to receive their...
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Dr. Robert P. George Honored with the Ninth Annual Chuck W. Colson Award
George’s dedication to his faith throughout his life and work was honored during the award ceremony
Sarah Dougher — April 18, 2023
Today, 51�� awarded Dr. Robert “Robby” P. George with the honor of the ninth annual Charles W. Colson Conviction and Courage Award....